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101 Hotel

JULY 11, 2010

The sleek 101 Hotel in Iceland’s stylish yet unpretentious capital exhibits several pieces from designer and owner Ingibjörg Pálmadóttir’s collection of contemporary Icelandic art. The most dramatic, a wall-like composition of gently bulging shapes (which represent pregnancy), rises several stories and is visible from the glass-roofed bar and from several of the 38 guest rooms. Though thoroughly modern in design, the Accommodations themselves do not sacrifice luxury or practicality for style’s sake. But Pálmadóttir, a Reykjavik resident, would prefer that her guests not become too comfortable in their quarters: The purpose of visiting Iceland, she says, is to sally forth into the island nation’s nature and culture. Accommodations 38 large rooms, each with a walk-in shower and views of the city below. Facilities Compete fitness center, Jacuzzi, and steam rooms are available for each guest. A conference room with seating for 10-12 and a projector are helpful for business meetings. Dining 101 Hotel’s restaurant mixes the elegant with the classic. With high walls, a glass ceiling, and a long narrow bar to sit and people watch, the restaurant is the meeting place of the hotel. Concierge Recommends Request a massage from the in-house masseuse, who will come to your room to help you relax before you fall into your (room standard) king-size bed. Rates From $430 to about $1,130.